The Pastor Theologians Podcast

Earning a PhD as a Full-Time Pastor (Part 1) | Gerald Hiestand

The Center for Pastor Theologians Season 1 Episode 45

Should pastors pursue PhD research? What are the differences between the American and European systems for PhD programs? What should you keep in mind when reaching out to a potential advisors? How developed should my research proposal be when applying for programs? CPT co-founder Gerald Hiestand shares his story of studying for a PhD while serving as a full-time pastor at Calvary Memorial Church outside Chicago.